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Mission: Employable

Sep 19, 2023

We've talked a lot about registered apprenticeship programs on the podcast, but did you know there are ways to get students ready for that apprenticeship before they even step through the door?  Samantha Groark, Executive Director at the Central Iowa Building & Construction Trades Council, is back on Mission: Employable...


Sep 5, 2023

Mass layoffs at companies like Yellow Corp. often affect hundreds of employees.  Iowa Workforce Development plays a major role in getting those people back to work.  Lacie Kraft, Manager for IWD's Rapid Response Program, and Chad Pierce, Business Engagement Consultant, talk about the services IWD provides to...


Aug 22, 2023

Work-based learning can be a light bulb moment for businesses as they work to develop their talent pipeline. We’re joined by MUSCO Lighting Talent Outreach Manager Paula Wright as she talks about how their programs are creating a 60% retention rate for students who are joining their work-based learning programs.  Find...


Aug 8, 2023

The Iowa State Fair is right around the corner and our workforce team will be there to meet with Fairgoers! IWD Director (and State Fair super fan) Beth Townsend joins the show to talk about why she believes it’s so important to be out in the community at one of Iowa’s largest events. Find out what you can expect...


Jul 25, 2023

Hiring Veterans and their spouses is one of the workforce priorities at Iowa Workforce Development.  Iowa now has a job portal that makes it easier for this talent pool to connect with Veteran-ready employers across the state! Jamie Norton, Director of Veteran Workforce Services, talks about the new IowaWORKS